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Carlos Peña

C++ Software Programmer

Zitro Games

👋 Hey!

I'm Carlos Peña


Currently working as a full-time C++ software developer at Zitro Games in Barcelona, Spain, where I'm actively involved in the development of a server-based framework for exciting multiplayer bingo games, working diligently to maintain and expand our proprietary game engine and implementing new tech tools, simulators and performance tests .

graduated in 2021, I hold a bachelor's degree in Game Design and Development from the university of UPC at CITM in Spain.

I love spending my time on personal projects with a primary focus on engine and graphics programming, but also enjoy delving into various aspects of the development process such as tool-making, AI or gameplay programming.

I'm always on the lookout for opportunities to expand my skillset and lend my expertise to ventures that promise exciting projects!

Work Experience

ZITRO GAMES

December 2021 to Present · 3 years
Barcelona, Spain

C++ Systems Programmer

  • I have contributed to the maintenance and enhancement of our proprietary systems engine in various areas including graphics, UI, localizations, I/O, and hardware stuff among others.
  • In addition, I have been involved in a server-based framework that facilitates communication with various client bingo games through WebSockets, while managing data from databases.
  • Also, I have been responsible for refining our network server through multiple refactors and implementing performance tools, applying best software practices and design patterns.

Junior C++ Software Developer

  • I have contributed to the development of multiple game slot titles, including FuShou Qi Tian, Epic Kingdom, and Billy The Pig.
  • Additionally, I played a pivotal role in revamping existing titles to align with the latest iterations of our gaming frameworks.
  • I also conducted extensive refactoring of the engine, enhancing performance and streamlining game pack management.



Education

Bachelor of Game Design and Development

September 2017 - July 2021 · 4 years
CITM (Centro de la Imagen y Tecnología multimedia)
Terrassa, Spain

Expertise

IDE tools

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    Visual Studio

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    Visual Code

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    CLion

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    CMake

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    GNU Makefile

Languages

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    C

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    C++

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    Python

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    SQL

Agile Tools

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    Jira

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    Bitbucket

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    Confluence

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    Git

Platforms

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    Windows

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    Linux

DEV Tools

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    RenderDoc

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    MariaDB

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    WebSockets

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    Prometheus

Engines

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    UE5

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    Irrlicht